Spoken English By Raj Sir

Ways to say Very Good:

1. You're on the right track now!

2. You've got it made.

3. Super!

4. That's right!

5. That's good.

6. You're really working hard today.

7. You are very good at that.

8. That's coming along nicely.

9. Good work!

10. I'm happy to see you working like that.

11. That's much, much better!

12. Exactly right.

13. I'm proud of the way you worked today.

14. You're doing that much better today.

15. You've just about got it.

16. That's the best you've ever done.

17. You're doing a good job.

18. That's it!

19. Now you've figured it out.

20. That's quite an improvement.

21. Great!

22. I knew you could do it.

23. Congratulations!

24. Not bad.

25. Keep working on it. You're improving.

26. Now you have it!

27. You are learning fast.

28. Good for you!

29. Couldn't have done it better myself.

30. Aren't you proud of yourself?

31. One more time and you'll have it.

32. You really make my job fun.

33. That's the right way to do it.

34. You're getting better every day.

35. You did it that time!

36. That's not half bad.

37. Nice going.

38. You haven't missed a thing!

39. Wow!

40. That's the way!

[25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: Excuses for being late: (Late होने के बहाने) 1. Sorry I'm late (माफ़ करें, मुझे आने में थोड़ा समय लग गया.) 2. I overslept (अधिक देर तक सोते रहना) 3. My alarm didn't go off (Alarm का समय पर ना बजना) 4. I had to wait ages for a bus (Bus के लिए बहुत समय तक इंतजार करना) 5. The bus was late (Bus का देर से आना) 6. The traffic was terrible (बहुत ज़्यादा traffic होना) 7. I couldn't find a parking spot (parking के लिए जगह ना मिलना) 8. I got lost while coming here (में यहाँ आते आते खो गया था) 9. I was tied up in a meeting (इसका मतलब है आप meeting में व्यस्त थे और वहां से आना आपके लिए संभव नहीं था) 10. I just lost track of time = you couldn't notice what time it was. (मेने समय ही नहीं देखा) 11. Car broke down (tire puncture होना या car की battery का ख़राब होना) 12. Weather was bad (मौसम खराब होना) [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: 6 ways to say 'Get well soon': 1. Get well soon - जल्दी ठीक हो जाओ 2. Wish you a speedy recovery - आपके शीघ्र स्वस्थ होने की कामना करते हैं 3. Take good care of yourself - अपनी देखभाल अच्छी तरह से करें 4. Hope you feel better soon - आशा है आप शीघ्र ही बेहतर महसूस करने लगेंगे 5. Hoping you find strength with each new day - आशा है कि आप प्रत्येक नए दिन के साथ ताकत पाएंगे 6. I hope each new day brings you closer to a full recovery. - मुझे आशा है कि प्रत्येक नया दिन आपको पूरी तरह ठीक होने के करीब लायेगा 7. May good health envelope you - आपका स्वास्थ अच्छा रहे 8. Hope you feel a little better every day - आशा है आप हर दिन थोड़ा बेहतर महसूस करें 9. Best wishes that you will soon be back to doing all the things you love - शुभकामनाएं कि आप जल्द ही उन सभी चीजों को करगे, जिन्हें आप पसंद करते हैं [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: 6 tareeke angrezi mein raasta poochne ke: 1. Could you please tell me the way to Gandhi circle? - क्या आप मुझे गांधी सर्किल का रास्ता बता सकते हैं? 2. Could you please help me with address? - क्या आप मुझे इस पते की राह बता सकते हैं? 3. I wanted to know the directions to the stadium. - मैं स्टेडियम जाने के लिए रास्ता जानना चाहता था. 4. Could you guide me to statue circle from here? - क्या आप मुझे यहाँ से statue circle का रास्ता बता देंगे? 5. Could you tell me a few landmarks as I am not as aware of this area? - क्या आप मुझे कोई लैंडमार्क बता सकते हैं क्यूंकि मैं इस जगह से ज़्यादा वाकिफ नहीं हूँ. 6. How can I get to the airport from here? - मैं यहाँ से एयरपोर्ट कैसे जा सकता हूँ? [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: Interjections are used to convey emotions. 1. Ahem (एहम) - The sound of someone clearing their throat and means “attention” or “listen” Ahem...Can I point something out, here? 2. Aah (वाह)- to express joy or surprise Aah! isn't that wonderful? 3. Boo (बू)- Used to scare someone or to voice disapproval Boo! You went to the park without me! 4. Eh (एह)- used to express inquiry, surprise, or to seek agreement. Eh? What's this? 5. Eww (छि:)- used to express disgust or distaste. Eww, that smells horrible! Eh? What's this? 6. Hmm (हम्म)- thinking or hesitating or to express uncertainty hmm, interesting idea 7. Jeez (जीज़)- used to show surprise or annoyance. Jeez! It's not fair! 8. Ooh-la-la (वाह) - A slightly comical way to refer to something as fancy or special Ooh la la, look at that dress! 9. Oops (उफ़)- Used to apologize Oops! I am sorry. 10. Phew (फ्यू)- expressing relief Phew! The assignment is over. 11. Whoa (वोह)- used to express surprise or interest, or to command attention. Whoa, that's huge! 12. Yahoo (याहू) - Expresses joy or happiness You mean we were accepted for the reality show? yahoo! 13. Yeah (हाँ) - a very strong agreement or approval Yeah! I will do it. 14. Yoo-hoo (यू-हू) - used to get someone’s attention. Yoo-hoo! Do I look pretty in this dress? 15. Cheerio (चीरिओ) - used to say goodbye. It’s time for me to go. Cheerio! 16. Good grief (गुड ग्रीफ) - an exclamation of surprise or alarm. Good grief! Why are you wearing shorts in the winter? 17. Grrr! (गर्र)- shows anger or annoyance. Grrr! I’m going to get back at him for that. 18. Humph/ Hmph (हम्फ..) - used to express doubt or dissatisfaction. Humph, he probably cheated to make such good grades. 19. Oh dear! (ओह डिअर!) - shows worry Oh dear! I don’t know what to do about this mess. 20. Well Duh! / Duh! (वैल ड) - used in response to something said that is too obvious to need to be mentioned Well, duh! I told you he was lying! 21. Yowza! (योज़ा) - used to express approval, excitement, or enthusiasm. Yowza! That is a beautiful gown. 22. Bah! (बाह!) - Shows disappointment Bah! That was a total waste of time. 23. Alas! (अलास) - Sadness Alas! We lost the match. 24. All hail (स्वागत हैं) - used as a greeting or to welcome someone All hail the new kids on the block 25. Bravo (वाहवाही) - Used to praise someone! You won the race! Bravo! 26. Ouch (आह!) - Used to express pain Ouch! That hurt! [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: आइये जानते हैं किसी से मदद मांगने के तरीके - 1. Please help me out. - कृपया मेरी मदद करें। 2. Can I ask you for a favour? - क्या मैं आपसे एक एहसान ले सकता हूँ? 3. Would you mind? क्या आप कष्ट करेंगे? For example: Would you mind holding this for me, please? 4. I could really use your help - आपकी मदद मेरे लिए बहुत मायने रखेगी. For example: I have heard you’re very good at geography, I could really use your help. 5. May I request your assistance. - क्या मैं आपकी सहायता का अनुरोध कर सकता हूं 6. Could you give me a hand? - क्या आप मेरी मदद कर सकते हैं? For example: Could you give me a hand with the luggage? [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: Parent-Teacher meeting में अंग्रेज़ी में बातचीत करना: 1. How is my child doing? - मेरा बच्चा कैसा कर रहा है? 2. How has my child's performance been? - मेरे बच्चे का प्रदर्शन कैसा रहा है? 3. Is my child well-behaved in the classroom? - क्या मेरा बच्चा class में अच्छा व्यवहार करता है? 3. Please suggest how can I ensure further improvement in my child's progress. - कृपया सुझाव दें कि मैं अपने बच्चे की प्रगति में और सुधार कैसे सुनिश्चित कर सकता/सकती हूँ. 4. Would you recommend him to take part in extra-curricular activities? - क्या आप उसे पढाई के अलावा दूसरी activities में भाग लेने की सलाह देंगे? 5. I hope there have not been any complaints from him. - मुझे आशा है कि उससे कोई शिकायत नहीं रही होगी. [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: Ways to introduce yourself (स्वयं का परिचय देने के तरीके): 1. Hi, my name is.. - Hi, मेरा नाम ... है. 2. I am from ...(country)..मैं (देश) से हूँ. 3. I live in.. (city) - मैं ... (शहर का नाम) में रहता हूँ. 4. I am .... years old (age) - मैं ... साल का हूँ. 5. There are ... members in my family. They are.. - मेरे परिवार में ... सदस्य हैं. वे हैं ... 6. I am a student at... - मैं .. का विद्यार्थी हूँ. 7. My major is... (majors) - मेरे मुख्य विषय .. हैं. 8. My favorite subject is.. (subjects) - मेरा पसंदीदा विषय .. है. 9. My hobbies are.... - मेरी hobbies ... हैं. 10. In my free time, I also enjoy... (sports) - मेरे खाली समय में मैं ... खेलना पसंद करता हूँ. 11. I don't like ...(dislikes) - मुझे .... पसंद नहीं है. 12. My favorite food/ drink is .... - मेरा पसंदीदा खाना/पेय पदार्थ .... है. 13. I like .... (movies) - मुझे ... फिल्म पसंद है. 14. My favorite singer/ band is... - मेरा पसंदीदा singer/band .... है. 15. I sometimes go to ... (places), I like it because .... - मैं कभी कभी ... (जगह का नाम) जाता हूँ, मुझे यह पसंद है क्योंकि ... 16. I study English because... - मैं अंग्रेजी पढ़ता हूँ क्योंकि ... 17.I have been learning English for (## months) / since (date)... - मैं ...(## महीनों)/ (समय) से अंग्रेज़ी सीख रहा हूँ. 18. I would like to be a/an... (jobs) because.. - मैं... बनना चाहता हूँ क्यूँकि ... [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: अधिकतर लोगों के लिए ईमेल सबसे आम तरीका है व्यवसाय में बातचीत करने का. तोह यह ज़रूरी है की हम उसे सही से लिखें. ईमेल लोगों तक आपकी कंपनी की अच्छी तस्वीर पहुंचाने के लिए ज़रूरी होता है. Subject: Use a specific, and clear subject line that grabs the​ reader's attention ​Correct: Application for the HR Manager post | HR generalist with 4 years of experience Incorrect: Résumé; Radha Résumé Salutation (greeting)​ - ​Dear or Hi (depending on the organization in question) The name of the person whom the letter is to be addressed to ​Correct: Dear Ms. Bhalla​; Dear Mr. Sharma​; Dear Ruchi ​Incorrect​: To whomsoever it may concern; Hi dear sir Introduction​ - ​Name and ​purpose of your email ​Correct: ​My name is ​Ravi Sharma, and I'm applying for the position of 'Assistant Manager' that was advertised in the September 12th edition of the ​newspaper ABC. I have also attached my credentials for your consideration. ​Incorrect: ​I am Ravi Sharma, this is my email for the post of 'Assistant Manager'. Body​ - ​Write about your and interest in applying, but keep it as brief as possible Once you’ve introduced yourself and the general reason you’re writing, you can follow up with the body of your email. ​Correct: "My name is Pooja Shah. I obtained your email address from the XYZ Development Authority website. I am writing to complain about the condition of roads in my locality. "​ Incorrect: This is Pooja and I write to complain about the condition of roads. Signature​ block - ​This should include your name and contact information Correct: Regards, Ravi Sharma, Sales ​Executive, ABC ltd. 99876xxxx ravi@abc. com Incorrect: Thanking you Raj [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: 2 Leave application samples When requesting a formal leave of absence, your letter should include: i) Request for a leave of absence - छुट्टी के लिए अनुरोध ii) The dates you expect to be away from work - वे तिथियां जब आप काम नहीं करोगे या छुट्टी पर होंगे iii) The date you plan to return to work - वह तारीख जब आप वापस काम पर आ जाओगे/शुरू करोगे iv) An offer to provide assistance, if feasible - अगर संभव हो तो सहायता प्रदान करने का प्रस्ताव रखना v) Thanks for considering your request - आपके अनुरोध पर विचार करने के लिए धन्यवाद SAMPLE 1: SICK LEAVE Dear Ms. Turner, I am writing this letter to inform you that I need to take a sick leave from work for five days due to a severe throat infection. I will need to remain off of work until September 26. A letter from my doctor is attached. I apologize for any inconvenience due to my absence from work. I should, however, be able to occasionally check my email and do some work, from home when possible until I come back to the office. When I return on September 26, I fully intend to do my best to catch up on any work I missed during my absence. Feel free to contact me at your convenience should you have any questions or require clarification regarding my sick leave request. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, Name Surname SAMPLE 2: LONG LEAVE (PERSONAL REASONS) Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name: This letter is a formal request for a leave of absence, to follow up on our meeting yesterday. As we discussed, I would like to request a leave of absence from April 1 through June 30, 20XX. I'd be traveling to my home town to take care of my ailing father. I will return to work on July 1, 20XX. Please let me know if I can provide further information or if you have any questions. I will make sure I close all my pending tasks before I leave. I would be glad to help with a plan to cover my workload in my absence. I would also be available to answer questions and provide assistance while I am away. Thank you very much for your consideration in providing me with this opportunity for personal leave. Sincerely, Name Surname [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: चलिए सीखते हैं कैसे हम किसी को बधाई देते हैं अंग्रेजी में: 1. BRAVO! You did very well! (वाहवाह! तुमने बहुत अच्छा किया!) 2. This calls for a celebration! Congratulations! (पार्टी तो बनती है! बधाई हो! 3. You did it! So proud of you! ( तुमने कर दिखाया। मुझे तुम पर गर्व है।) 4. This was well-deserved (तुम इसके सही में हक़दार थे) 5. Heartiest congratulations to you. (आपको हार्दिक बधाई) 6. Simply overjoyed to hear your good news. (आपकी अच्छी खबर सुनकर मैं बहुत खुश हुआ) 7. What an impressive achievement. (कितनी सराहनीय उपलब्धि है) 8. Sincere congratulations on your hard-earned success. (आपकी कड़ी मेहनत की सफलता के लिए बधाई) 9. This is commendable! (यह सराहनीय है!) [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: 12 Restaurant phrases: PART 1: ASKING FOR A TABLE/ RESERVATIONS (टेबल के लिए) 1. I'd like to make a reservation for two people on Friday night. (मैं शुक्रवार रात को 2 लोगों के लिए जगह रिज़र्व करना चाहूँगा.) 2. I had booked a table for two under the name of Rajesh Verma. (मैंने राजेश वर्मा के नाम से 2 लोगों के लिए टेबल बुक करवाई थी.) 3. I need a table for two, please. I would prefer if we can get one in the no-smoking zone. (मुझे 2 लोगों के लिए टेबल चाहिए. बेहतर होगा अगर हमें धुम्रपान निषेध क्षेत्र में टेबल मिल सके.) PART 2: ASKING FOR THE MENU 1. Can we have the menu please? (क्या कृपया हमें मेनू मिल सकता है?) PART 3: ORDERING FOOD 1. I would like to order a portion of the sweet corn soup, please. (मैं एक पोरशन स्वीट कॉर्न सूप का ऑर्डर देना चाहूँगा.) 2. What is the specialty of your restaurant? (आपके रेस्टोरेंट की क्या खासियत है?) 3. We are looking for some light appetizers. Which ones would you recommend? (हम कुछ हल्के starter खाना चाहते हैं. आप क्या सलाह करेंगे?) 4. I'd like to have a portion of the vegetarian fried rice, please. (मैं एक पोरशन वेजीटेरियन फ्राइड राइस ऑर्डर करना चाहूँगा.) 5. Does this dish have any seafood in it? (क्या इस डिश में कोई seafood है?) 6. Please allow us a few more minutes while we decide what to order for the main course. (कृपया हमें कुछ मिनट और दीजिये, तब तक हम तय करते हैं हमें main course में क्या लेना है.) PART 4: COMPLAINS 1. I am afraid my noodles are under-cooked. Could you look into this, please? (मुझे डर है कि मेरे नूडल्स कम् पके हुए हैं. क्या आप कृपया इसे देख सकते हैं?) PART 5: PAYING 1. Could you get me the check, please? (क्या आप बिल ले आयेंगे?) [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: Today, we will learn how to make our English sound better. We will learn words that can be used in place of simpler words. For example: "very good" can be replaced with "awesome" or "superb" to make your English sound more evolved. 1. Very angry = Furious (क्रोधित होना) I was furious at him for copying my answer! 2. Very bad = Atrocious(अतिदुष्ट/घटिया) He attempted an atrocious imitation of my English accent 3. Very tired = Exhausted (थका हुआ) I was exhausted after the marathon. 4. Very tasty = Delicious (स्वादिष्ट) Your mom cooks delicious food! 5. Very painful = Excruciating (कष्टदायी) I had excruciating pain in my ankle after the injury. 6. Very clever = Brilliant (बुद्धिमान) Look at his grades! This boy is brilliant! 7. Very serious = Grave (गंभीर) The situation at the hospital is grave 8. Very old fashioned = Archaic (प्राचीन) I find his views very archaic. 9. Very cold = Freezing (बहुत ठंडा) It was freezing in Ladakh. 10. Very scared = Petrified (हाथ पाँव फुला देना) The sighting of the wolf left me petrified. 11. Very happy = Elated (बहुत खुश होना) My mom was elated when I told her about my promotion. 12. Very sad = Devastated (बहुत दुखी होना) She was devastated on hearing the news of her brother's death. 13. Very pretty = Gorgeous (भव्य /सुन्दर) She looked gorgeous in that white dress. 14. Very big = Massive (विशाल) Dubai had massive buildings. 15. Very funny = Hysterical (मज़ेदार) The comedy show was hysterical. 16. Very bright = Dazzling (बहुत चमकीला) Look at her ring - the diamonds are dazzling! 17. Very worried = Anxious (चिंतित) She was anxious about her exams 18. Very clean = Spotless / immaculate (स्वच्छ) Their house was spotless. 19. Perfect/ ideal = Impeccable (अवगुणरहित) He had impeccable manners 20. In perfect condition = Pristine (एक दम साफ़ सुतरा) The lakes were pristine 21. Very weak = Feeble (कमज़ोर) After a month long illness, he was too feeble to leave his room 22. Very hungry = Starving / Famished (बहुत भूखा) Can we order something? I am starving! 23. Very shocking = Appalling (भय उत्पन्न करनेवाला) Your comments were appalling! 24. Very expensive = Exorbitant (बहुत ज़्यादा महंगा) That vase is exorbitant. I cannot afford it. [25/02, 1:34 PM] Raj Kumar: कुछ ख़ास तरीकों से 'Happe anniversary' यानी शादी की सालगिरह विश करना Best wishes for a day filled with love. (प्यार से भरे दिन के लिए शुभकामनाएं।) You two were made for each other. Happy anniversary. (आप दोनों एक दूसरे के लिए बने हो। शादी की सालगिरह मुबारक) Happy anniversary to an amazing couple!(इस अद्भुत जोड़ी को शादी की सालगिरह मुबारक!) Best wishes on this wonderful occasion! (इस ख़ास दिन की शुभकामनायें!) A love like yours lasts! Happy anniversary(तुम्हारा जैसा प्यार अमर है! शादी की सालगिरह मुबारक) Wish you another year of wedded bliss. (आपको आनंदमयी वैवाहिक जीवन का एक और साल मुबारक) May you continue to be a wonderful husband and wife to each other. (आप एक दूसरे के लिए बहुत अच्छे पति-पत्नी बन रहें.)

 10 Ways to say 'I love you': 1. I really like you and you are the best thing that has ever happened to me. (मैं आपको बहुत पसंद करता हूँ और आप मेरी ज़िन्दगी की अब तक की सबसे अच्छी चीज़ हो) 2. I'm head over heels in love with you! (मैं आपके प्यार में डूब गया हूँ) 3. I cannot stop thinking about you. (मैं आपके बारे में सोचना बंद नहीं कर पा रहा हूँ.) 4. I keep falling in love with you! (मैं बार बार आपके प्यार में पड़ता रहता हूँ!) 5. My love for you is unconditional and eternal. (मेरा प्यार बेशर्त और हमेशा के लिए है.) 6. I adore you! (मैं आपसे प्यार करता हूँ!) 7. You are the love of my life! (आप मेरी ज़िन्दगी के एकमात्र सच्चे प्यार हो!) 8. I am crazy about you (मैं आपके प्यार में पागल हूँ) 9. I want to spend my whole life with you! (मैं अपनी सारी ज़िन्दगी आपके साथ बिताना चाहता हूँ) 10. I'm smitten by you (मैं आपसे बहुत आकर्षित हूँ)